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Connecticutians trying to cook Authentic Texas BBQ, or any BBQ for that matter is LMAO and = FAIL!

Amazingly when I lived in Hartford in the early 90's there was a VERY GOOD (and several other Southerners/Texans agreed with me) barbecue restaurant near downtown. I can't remember the name, and it was gone the last time I was in town.

Amazingly when I lived in Hartford in the early 90's there was a VERY GOOD (and several other Southerners/Texans agreed with me) barbecue restaurant near downtown. I can't remember the name, and it was gone the last time I was in town.

there was a great rib place not too far away that only lasted a few years.guess Connecticut won't tolerate BBQ too long.it spoils the states reputation. but I'm still here after all of these years.guess I kept out of the radar.

there was a great rib place not too far away that only lasted a few years.guess Connecticut won't tolerate BBQ too long.it spoils the states reputation. but I'm still here after all of these years.guess I kept out of the radar.

At Walnut Beach in the summer, we'd go fetch grandpa from the VFW, put on dungarees, swing by the packie to try to score some booze, then get meatball grinders... Don't remember any BBQ joints in CT. Veterans, beer, joints, clams, meatballs, pizza.

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ďFrom each, according to his ability; to each, according to his needĒ 1875 K Marx

btw,Miss p. are those chartreuse shoes you are wearing?And where are you laces???

Indeed, they are chartreuse. They are from a line of Martin Margiela sneakers that intentionally do not have laces. There's an elastic band hidden under the tongue that keeps them from not fitting snugly.

Miss P has lost all bragging rights when it comes to fashion . The black socks with shorts just about said it all .

White socks are atrocious -- I only wear black clothing generally. But I do have some lovely cashmere socks for special occasions. White socks are only suitable at the gym, not that any of you have a membership at one.

Indeed, they are chartreuse. They are from a line of Martin Margiela sneakers that intentionally do not have laces. There's an elastic band hidden under the tongue that keeps them from not fitting snugly.

Do you people actually wear white socks? I have a bunch of them but only wear them if my sneakers are white. I wear a lot of boots so black socks work better with those too.

I wear white sox (short) with white tennies.

hmmm...I didn't know it was in fashion to replace ones laces with a rubber band.who knew??If that is all it takes to get into that line of work...My wheels are turning.Well, maybe just spinning in place.

In my parts les keums wear their 80 and 90s hip hop sneaker swag with loose laces. Otherwise, its just spotless new VANS VANS VANS, Lacoste, and more VANS. With impeccable laces. And, occasionally, Topsiders, which always make me laugh to spot that odd American artifact resurfaced on french trottoirs.

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1. Ultimo Coffee , PhiladelphiaWe come full circle on our list, from one Philadelphia coffee shop to another. What makes Ultimo tick ó and brings in Philadelphians in flocks? Simplicity, and a little bit of love. In the constant battle over which cities have the best coffee culture ó East Coast versus West Coast, New York City versus Philadelphia ó it frequently boils down to the people behind the counter. And many will argue that Philadelphia, often seen as the underdog to the big cities of the Northeast, is hands-down the winner for the best cup of coffee because the coffee scene there is hardly home to the snobbery that can come with "Third Wave" coffee. Sure, youíll find pour-over drip coffee and Chemex batches at Ultimo, along with niche coffee roasts (all from Counter Culture Coffee Roaster) and artisanal sandwiches (new from American Sardine Bar). But what you wonít find at Ultimo is an attitude ó and thatís exactly what our panelists noted Ultimo so highly for in the customer service and atmosphere categories. In an interview with Counter Culture Coffee, co-owner Aaron Ultimo put it simply: itís about a good cup of coffee and a good atmosphere in which to enjoy it. "In the end, I love the people in and around the industry, and I love the coffee that I get to drink every day," he said. That, plus the shopís dedication to educating the public with free cuppings and tastings, makes it worthy of a heavy title. (Bonus points for the craft beer store the Newbold location shares its space with ó caffeine to start the day, beer to end it.)

note: sorry, not a single winner from San Antonio or Birmingham = much fail

1. Ultimo Coffee , PhiladelphiaWe come full circle on our list, from one Philadelphia coffee shop to another. What makes Ultimo tick ó and brings in Philadelphians in flocks? Simplicity, and a little bit of love. In the constant battle over which cities have the best coffee culture ó East Coast versus West Coast, New York City versus Philadelphia ó it frequently boils down to the people behind the counter. And many will argue that Philadelphia, often seen as the underdog to the big cities of the Northeast, is hands-down the winner for the best cup of coffee because the coffee scene there is hardly home to the snobbery that can come with "Third Wave" coffee. Sure, youíll find pour-over drip coffee and Chemex batches at Ultimo, along with niche coffee roasts (all from Counter Culture Coffee Roaster) and artisanal sandwiches (new from American Sardine Bar). But what you wonít find at Ultimo is an attitude ó and thatís exactly what our panelists noted Ultimo so highly for in the customer service and atmosphere categories. In an interview with Counter Culture Coffee, co-owner Aaron Ultimo put it simply: itís about a good cup of coffee and a good atmosphere in which to enjoy it. "In the end, I love the people in and around the industry, and I love the coffee that I get to drink every day," he said. That, plus the shopís dedication to educating the public with free cuppings and tastings, makes it worthy of a heavy title. (Bonus points for the craft beer store the Newbold location shares its space with ó caffeine to start the day, beer to end it.)

note: sorry, not a single winner from San Antonio or Birmingham = much fail

Pour oil in a large skillet until the oil is about 1-2 inches up the side of the pan. Heat oil to 350 degrees.

Strain pickles in a small colander.

In a mixing bowl, whisk the yolks and 3/4 cup of the beer. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Whisk in enough flour to form a batter. If the batter is too thick add the remaining beer to thin the batter.

Dip pickles one at a time using tongs into the batter and then place in the heated oil.

Fry pickles for about 2 minutes flipping the pickle after about 1 minute.

Place pickles on a plate lined with paper towel and then season with salt. Serve with Ranch Dressing.